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92
Velocity (max)
7/16/25
CLASS OF 2026
RHP
OF
Josh
Jones
Normal Community (HS) • IL
6' 1" • 195LBS
R/R • 17yr 10mo
Travel Team: Rhino ks
6' 1" • 195LBS
R/R • 17yr 10mo
Travel Team: Rhino ks
Rankings
2026 National
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2026 State
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Commitment
Best Of Stats
Fastball
86 - 91
Velo Range
7/16/25
2164
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Changeup
82 - 84
Velo Range
8/05/25
2056
Spin Rate (avg)
7/02/24
Curveball
79 - 81
Velo Range
8/05/25
2293
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Slider
80 - 81
Velo Range
9/12/25
2249
Spin Rate (avg)
8/05/25
Positional Tools
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Pitching
2025
2024
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Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
90.7
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
88.7
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2110
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
23.8
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
77.8
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2172
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
81.3
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1737
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.2
Slider
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2249
Slider
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
86.8
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
83.9
Fastball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1956
Fastball
Spin Score Avg
The average Bauer Units value of all fastballs in the given event year. Bauer Units are calculated for each pitch by dividing Spin Rate by Velocity.
23.3
Fastball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
72.8
Curveball
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
2080
Curveball
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
75.8
Changeup
Spin Rate Avg
The average rate of spin for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in rotations per minute (RPM).
1986
Changeup
Total Movement Avg
The average total non-gravity movement for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in inches (in).
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 5, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
90.7
Velocity (max)
88.0 - 90.0
Velo Range
86.3
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,338
Spin Rate (max)
2,164
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
80.5
Velocity (max)
78.8 - 80.5
Velo Range
77.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,314
Spin Rate (max)
2,293
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Slider
75.2
Velocity (max)
71.5
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,249
Spin Rate (max)
2,249
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
83.7
Velocity (max)
82.4 - 83.7
Velo Range
80.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,234
Spin Rate (max)
1,930
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite-Only)
Mar 1, 2025
Trackman - Fastball
90.0
Velocity (max)
85.8 - 89.4
Velo Range
86.0
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,072
Spin Rate (max)
1,933
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
79.0
Velocity (max)
75.1 - 78.2
Velo Range
74.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,181
Spin Rate (max)
2,124
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Trackman - ChangeUp
81.5
Velocity (max)
80.2 - 81.2
Velo Range
79.9
Eff Velocity (avg)
1,978
Spin Rate (max)
1,659
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Illinois State Games (Invite-Only)
Aug 6, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
86.0
Velocity (max)
82.5 - 85.3
Velo Range
82.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,084
Spin Rate (max)
1,919
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
76.8
Velocity (max)
73.8 - 76.4
Velo Range
73.6
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,288
Spin Rate (max)
2,128
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.1
Velocity (max)
1,638
Spin Rate (max)
1,638
Spin Rate (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Southern Illinois Summer ID
Jul 2, 2024
Trackman - Fastball
86.8
Velocity (max)
82.1 - 85.5
Velo Range
82.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,143
Spin Rate (max)
2,107
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - Curveball
72.2
Velocity (max)
69.9 - 71.9
Velo Range
69.8
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,289
Spin Rate (max)
2,040
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Trackman - ChangeUp
76.8
Velocity (max)
74.5 - 76.8
Velo Range
75.7
Eff Velocity (avg)
2,128
Spin Rate (max)
2,056
Spin Rate (avg)
IVB (max)
IVB (avg)
HM (max)
HM (avg)
Extension (avg)
Release Ht (avg)
Spin Score (max)
Zone %
Spin Efficiency % (avg)
Pitch Scores
2024
Fastball
Hop+
A fastball with hop has a flat approach angle and visually jumps through the zone. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher swing and miss average. Hop+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Sink+
A fastball with sink has low backspin and drops through the strike zone. When thrown down in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher ground ball percentage and lower launch angle. Sink+ of 100 is MLB average.
Fastball
Rise+
A fastball with rise has a high percentage of backspin. When thrown up in the zone, it is more likely to generate a higher fly ball percentage. Rise+ of 100 is MLB average
Curveball
Hammer+
A hammer breaking ball drops vertically with velocity through the zone, or 12-to-6 movement. Hammer+ of 100 is MLB average.
Curveball
Sweep+
A sweeping breaking ball moves horizontally with velocity through the zone. Sweep+ of 100 is MLB average.
Pitching Velos
2025
2024
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
92.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
87.9
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.9
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
81.8
Slider
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
77.8
Fastball
Velocity Max
The maximum observed fastball velocity in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH).
87.0
Fastball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
83.0
Curveball
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
71.5
Changeup
Velocity Avg
The average velocity for all pitches of this type in the given event year. Measured in miles per hour (MPH)
75.5
Game Performance
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Pitch Ai
Notes
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RHP Josh Jones (Normal University, 2026) had an interesting outing on the mound Wednesday night, showing a heavy reliance on a bully fastball. The right-hander was tossing with a three-pitch mix, the fastball was living upper 80s, T91 mph, life through the zone with 19 inches of IVB, the curveball was 79-81 mph, with a more gyro profile, sharp break up to 2300 RPMs, and the changeup was lower 80s, with -13.8 inches of horizontal movement dropping off from the fastball. Jones would work out of a relaxed and easy high kick motion, followed by clean, quick, arm action from a high ¾ slot. As the 6-foot-1, 188-pound frame continues to develop on the mound, Jones will be a 2026 arm to follow.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-0, 188.9-pounds. Lean, athletic frame with some strength in the lower half.
Delivery: Controlled operation, medium/high leg swing into balance point, slight drop/drive down the mound, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Quick, clean, high 3/4 slot, loose full-circle.
FB: T91, 88-90 mph. Firm, tending to ride. T2338, 2164 average rpm.
CB: 79-81 mph. More gyro shape, with sharp break. T2314, 2293 average rpm.
SL: 75-75 mph. Plays with sweep and slight depth. T2249, 2249 average rpm.
CH: 82-84 mph. Arm-side run with slight drop off from FB. T2234, 1930 average rpm.
RHP Josh Jones, Normal University, 2026 Uncommitted. Lean frame at 6-foot, 186-pound switch plenty more room for added strength. Started on the mound for the Pioneers and struck out four in three innings of work. Loose and easy mover on the mound, high leg lift with tuck, tall and fall delivery down the mound, works in-line. Long, clean arm path out of a high ¾ slot. Fastball sat 84-87 mph, topping out at 88 mph, played straight. Mixed in a 75-77 mph curveball with 11/5 shape, showing feel at times.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 176.4-pounds. Athletic build, some strength in the lower-half, room to add.
Delivery: High front side, works online with some effort, slight drop/drive.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot, creates tilt.
FB: T90, 86-89 mph. Straight for seam, carry at times. T2072, 1933 average rpm.
CB: 75-78 mph. 11/5 shape. T2181, 2124 average rpm.
CH: 80-81 mph. Downhill with tilt, sink action. T1978, 1659 average rpm.
RHP Josh Jones (Normal University) had a strong two-inning stint, not allowing a single run on just one hit, one walk and three strikeouts. The 6-foot-1, 176-pound right-hander cruised in the 82-85 mph range with the fastball, topping out at 86 mph with some control over the zone. His go-to secondary was a curveball at 73-76 mph, playing just under 2,300 rpm at times with tight, sharp 11/5 action.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-1, 176.4-pounds.
Delivery: Clean delivery into high leg kick, utilizes lower half well, rocks back and works off back leg.
Arm Action: RH. Quick arm out of a 3/4 slot. Fired two scoreless innings with one hit allowed, three strikeouts and one walk.
FB: T86, 83-85 mph. Plays firm out of the hand, lives in the bottom of the zone. T2084, 1919 average rpm.
CB: 74-76 mph. 11/5 shape, shorter action. T2288, 2128 average rpm.
CH: 76-76 mph. Slight running action out of the hand. T1638, 1638 average rpm.
Displaying a strong and lengthy frame with a long lower half, Josh Jones was impressive in his outing for the Rhinos. The righty threw three innings only allowing three hits and striking out four. Mechanically, Jones rides his back leg with a high leg kick while throwing out of a 3/4 arm slot fully extending his arm in his delivery. He is relaxed on the mound as his pitching looks effortless. Jones has a firm 83-85 mph fastball that touched 86 mph with a diving 73-75 mph changeup and a sharp 70-73 mph curveball. His arsenal had hitters off balance throughout the entire game.
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 5-11, 168.9-pounds. Lean frame, high-waisted, projectable.
Delivery: Athletic mover with control, high leg lift with tuck and coil, drop/drive down the mound, in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T87, 82-85 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight. T2143, 2107 average rpm.
CB: 70-72 mph. 11/5 shape, can land for strikes. T2289, 2040 average rpm.
CH: 75-77 mph. Plays with fade and depth. T2128, 2056 average rpm